Principal Geotechnical Engineer

BG&E Part of SYSTRA; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BG&E Part of SYSTRA in London is seeking an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical project delivery, provide technical leadership, and shape practical solutions across rail, highways, energy and water sectors.

You will oversee ground investigations, design development and documentation while mentoring teams and contributing to business development and process improvements.

Formación

• Strong experience in geotechnical design and site delivery at a senior or principal level.
• Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology, ideally with postgraduate specialisation.
• Chartered Engineer status (ICE) or Chartered Geologist (CGeol) preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of geotechnical principles, design practice and construction methods for complex projects.
• Proven ability to plan and supervise ground investigations and develop ground models.
• Experience producing and checking technical deliverables, reports and design documentation to a high standard.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software such as OpenGround, GIS, Leapfrog, Slope/W, Wallap, Repute, Plaxis and PDisp.

Responsabilidades

• Take the lead in delivering geotechnical projects and work packages within schedule, budget and quality targets.
• Provide technical leadership across geotechnical activities from desk studies to design development and reporting.
• Prepare, review and approve design concepts, drawings, specifications, and related technical documentation.
• Lead development and checking of geotechnical calculations and parameters, communicating risks clearly.
• Coordinate ground investigations from planning to data review and interpretation.
• Support and develop teams of geotechnical engineers and technicians for quality and growth.
• Sign off deliverables as designer or checker and drive standards improvements.
• Collaborate with wider project teams to integrate geotechnical solutions into multidisciplinary delivery.

Conocimientos

Geotechnical design

Site delivery

Leadership

Communication

UK standards understanding

Educación

Geotechnical/Civil Eng degree

Chartered (ICE/CGeol) preferred

Herramientas

OpenGround

GIS

Leapfrog

Slope/W

Wallap

Repute

Plaxis

PDisp

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to take a leading role in the delivery of geotechnical engineering projects and work packages. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished and commercially aware professional who can combine strong engineering judgement with team leadership, project oversight and high-quality technical delivery.

In this role, you will help shape and deliver practical geotechnical engineering solutions across both complex permanent and temporary works projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved to the required standards, budget and programme.

You will be working on schemes in various infrastructure sectors (rail, highways, energy, water etc.), with the potential to be involved also in complex residential schemes.

You will also play an important part in strengthening team capability, supporting technical development and contributing to the continuous improvement of geotechnical delivery across the business.

In this role you will work predominantly on the delivery of a portfolio of projects. You will also have responsibilities for the preparation of commercial and technical offers with the opportunity to contribute to the development of the business.

Main Duties

• Take the lead in delivering geotechnical engineering projects and work packages, ensuring technical outputs are well planned, coordinated and aligned with programme, budget and quality expectations.
• Provide confident technical leadership across geotechnical activities, from desk studies and ground models through to design development, reporting and the management of ground investigation information.
• Help shape robust and practical engineering solutions by preparing, reviewing and approving design concepts, drawings, specifications and associated technical documentation.
• Play a leading role in the development and checking of geotechnical calculations, assessments and design parameters, ensuring risks are clearly understood and communicated.
• Support the production and interpretation of ground investigations, including planning fieldworks, overseeing data review and helping project teams turn site information into sound engineering decisions.
• Contribute, support, develop teams of geotechnical engineers, and technicians, creating an environment where technical quality, collaboration and professional growth can thrive.
• Sign off technical deliverables as designer or checker.
• Contribute to smarter and more efficient delivery by improving internal standards, tools and design processes, while encouraging the use of new techniques and practical innovation.
• Work closely with wider project teams geotechnical teams to integrate geotechnical solutions into multidisciplinary delivery, supporting safe, buildable and commercially effective outcomes.
• Work closely with wider geotechnical teams coordinating opportunities, tender preparation, project delivery as and when required
• Take ownership of project-related communication and responses, ensuring correspondence is managed effectively and professionally.
• Champion compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, particularly CDM Regulations, while helping maintain a strong and proactive safety culture.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Strong experience in geotechnical engineering design and site delivery at a senior or principal level.
• Degree qualified in a relevant subject such as Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology, ideally with postgraduate specialisation.
• Professionally qualified, with Chartered Engineer (ICE) or Chartered Geologist (CGeol) status preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of geotechnical principles, design practice and construction methods, with the ability to apply these effectively on complex projects.
• Proven capability in planning and supervising ground investigations, developing ground models and identifying key geotechnical risks in line with current UK standards.
• Experience in producing and checking technical deliverables, reports, calculations and design documentation to a high professional standard.
• Familiarity with relevant geotechnical software such as OpenGround, GIS, Leapfrog, Slope/W, Wallap, Repute, Plaxis and PDisp or similar platforms.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to guide teams, build relationships and work effectively across the wider business.
• Good understanding of quality standards, procedures, contract conditions and the application of CDM Regulations within project delivery.
• High level of competence in standard digital tools including Microsoft Office and project-based technical systems.